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Chapter 116 Meeting Ye Lingling's Parents
Tian Dou Royal Academy, Chu Xinghe's villa.
Ye Lingling stood in front of Chu Xinghe, her fingers nervously twisting the hem of her clothes.
"Xinghe, I...I have to go home." She lowered her head, her voice barely audible.
Chu Xinghe put down his teacup: "What's wrong?"
"Grandma has reached the Contra Master level! We're having a celebration at home."
Ye Lingling raised her head, her eyes, hidden behind the black veil, flickering with hesitation. "I might have to leave for a few days."
Chu Xinghe immediately stood up: "I'll go with you."
"No!" Ye Lingling took a step back in a panic. "Our...our relationship is too strange. Grandma will be unhappy."
Chu Xinghe strode forward and firmly grasped her slender wrist: "No matter what she thinks, I will make her accept me."
Ye Lingling's hand trembled slightly in his palm: "But..."
"No buts." Chu Xinghe's tone left no room for argument. "You are my woman, and that will never change."
Ye Lingling's black veil swayed gently, clearly indicating that she was struggling intensely inside.
She recalled her grandmother's stern face, then looked at the determined Chu Xinghe before her, and finally nodded with a blush: "Then... then promise me you won't be too impulsive when you see Grandma."
Chu Xinghe gently brushed the stray hairs from her forehead: "Don't worry, I know my limits."
Ye Lingling leaned against his chest, listening to his strong heartbeat, but her anxiety did not diminish at all.
The Nine Heart Begonia family has strict rules, and their complex relationships are probably difficult for traditional elders to accept.
"What are you thinking about?" Chu Xinghe asked, looking down.
Ye Lingling shook her head and forced a smile: "It's nothing, I'll go pack my luggage."
Watching her departing figure, Chu Xinghe clenched his fists.
He knew this meeting wouldn't be easy, but for Ye Lingling's sake, he was willing to face any challenge.
...
The next morning, a luxurious carriage stopped in front of the Ye family mansion.
Chu Xinghe took a deep breath and straightened his collar.
Ye Lingling stood beside him, her fingers nervously twisting her sleeves.
"Don't be afraid." Chu Xinghe held her cold hand. "I'm here."
The guards led the two through the corridor to the reception room.
The heavy, carved wooden door slowly opened, and a powerful pressure of soul force rushed towards us.
The atmosphere in the reception room of the Ye family mansion was somber.
Ye Qingtang sat upright in the main seat, her sharp gaze scrutinizing Chu Xinghe like a blade.
Although she was over sixty years old, her powerful soul force still made the air in the entire hall feel heavy.
"You're Chu Xinghe, the one who dated several girls at the same time?" Her voice was icy cold, devoid of any warmth.
Chu Xinghe stood ramrod straight, his gaze frank: "Yes, senior. But I am serious about Lingling."
Ye Qingtang sneered: "Anyone can spout sweet words, prove it to me."
Standing to the side, Ye Lingling lowered her head, her fingers tightly gripping the hem of her clothes, her knuckles turning slightly white from the force.
She dared not look up, afraid that her unease would be noticed by her grandmother.
Ye Qingtang waved her hand: "Xiao Han."
A tall guard stepped out from behind her, his eyes sharp: "Your subordinate is here."
"Let's go to the training ground." Ye Qingtang stood up, her gaze still fixed on Chu Xinghe. "Let me see what makes you worthy of my granddaughter's affections."
Chu Xinghe remained expressionless and nodded slightly: "This junior has learned from you."
Ye Lingling finally couldn't help but look up, her eyes filled with worry: "Grandma..."
Ye Qingtang glanced at her indifferently: "What, are you afraid I'll hurt him?"
Ye Lingling bit her lip, but ultimately remained silent.
The group moved to the Ye family's training ground. In the center of the open space, Chu Xinghe and Ye Han stood facing each other.
Ye Qingtang sat in the spectator stands, his expression cold and stern.
Ye Lingling stood beside her, her fingers still tightly gripping the hem of her clothes, but her gaze remained fixed on the figure in the arena.
A chilling atmosphere permeated the Ye family's training ground.
Guardian Xiao Han strode forward, his Silver Moon Ferocious Wolf Martial Soul instantly possessing him, with five soul rings—two yellow and three purple—swirling around his body.
A cold glint flashed in his eyes: "If you want to marry Miss Ye, you'll have to get past me first!"
Chu Xinghe calmly walked to the center of the arena, a slight smile playing on his lips: "Please enlighten me, Guardian Xiao."
Before the words were even finished, a blazing orange-red light shot into the sky.
His body rapidly transformed into a dragon, with fine scales covering his entire body like armor, and sharp dragon claws gleaming with a cold, metallic light.
Four spirit rings—two yellow, one purple, and one black—lit up in turn, with the black light of the fourth spirit ring, representing ten thousand years, being particularly striking.
"The fourth ring of ten thousand years?!" Xiao Han's pupils shrank sharply, his face filled with shock.
Ye Qingtang sat upright in the spectator seats, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes, but he quickly regained his dignified expression.
"start!"
Xiao Han launched the first attack, and the Silver Moon Wolf pounced in a blur.
Chu Xinghe remained calm and composed, conjuring a fiery dragon claw in his right hand: "First Soul Skill, Crimson Flame Dragon Claw!"
The fiery claws clashed with the wolf's claws, sparks flying.
"Second Soul Skill, Small Flame!" Chu Xinghe condensed a fireball in his left hand, and after a brief charging, he suddenly shot it out.
Xiao Han dodged hastily, but a patch of his clothes was still scorched.
"Third Soul Skill, Tyrannosaurus Fury!" Chu Xinghe's entire body was engulfed in golden-red flames, and his aura surged.
He seized the opportunity when Xiao Han dodged, and his dragon claw went straight for his throat.
Xiao Han roared and activated his fifth soul skill, causing the phantom of the Silver Moon Wolf to expand rapidly.
However, Chu Xinghe's lips curled up slightly, and he took a deep breath: "Fourth Soul Skill, Exploding Dragon Breath!"
A pillar of golden-red fire erupted from his mouth, its intense heat distorting the air itself.
Xiao Han's Silver Moon Ferocious Wolf Martial Soul was completely suppressed, and he could only roll around in a sorry state to dodge.
Chu Xinghe suddenly appeared behind Xiao Han, his dragon claw firmly resting on the other's back, and said softly, "Thank you for your concession."
A hush fell over the sidelines. Ye Lingling finally loosened her clenched hands, her eyes filled with pride.
Ye Qingtang tapped her fingers lightly on the armrest of her chair, her gaze fixed intently on the young man in the arena whose dragon transformation had not yet faded.
After the competition at the training ground ended, everyone returned to the Ye family's reception room.
Ye Qingtang sat upright in the main seat, her gaze lingering on Chu Xinghe for a moment.
"Your strength is indeed remarkable," Ye Qingtang tapped the armrest lightly with her fingertips, "but I heard you're dating a girl from the Dugu family?"
Chu Xinghe replied calmly, "Yes, Yan Yan and I are deeply in love. Senior Dugu treats me like his own grandson."
Ye Qingtang frowned slightly: "Then what makes you think you can promise to be good to Lingling?"
Chu Xinghe stepped forward, his gaze firm: "In matters of the heart, sincerity is paramount. My feelings for Lingling are as clear as day."
He paused, "As for Senior Dugu, it is precisely because he treats me like his own grandson that this promise carries even more weight."
Ye Qingtang's pupils contracted slightly: "You mean..."
"That's right." Chu Xinghe said solemnly, "I will ask Senior Dugu to personally help you find the most suitable soul ring for your eighth soul ring. Given how much he values me, he will definitely not refuse this request."
Standing in the corner, Ye Lingling suddenly looked up, her eyes glistening with tears beneath the black veil.
She never expected Chu Xinghe to be so open about his relationships with other women in front of her grandmother, and she never expected him to use his friendship with Poison Douluo for her sake.
Ye Qingtang stared intently at Chu Xinghe, then suddenly sneered, "What a quick-witted lad, so frank indeed."
She turned to her granddaughter, "Lingling, is this your choice?"
Ye Lingling stepped forward slowly and gently took Chu Xinghe's hand: "Grandma, your granddaughter's mind is made up."
The candlelight flickered in the reception room, illuminating the three people's faces, each with a different expression.
Ye Qingtang finally sighed, "Remember your promise today."
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Chapter 117 The Ye Family's Approval
Inside the reception room, Ye Qingtang waved for the guards to leave.
After everyone left, a deep weariness appeared on her aged face.
"Chu Xinghe," Ye Qingtang's voice was low, "Do you know the rule that the Nine Heart Begonia can only have one heir in each generation?"
Chu Xinghe nodded slightly: "This junior is indeed aware of the characteristics of this martial soul."
Ye Qingtang's gaze sharpened: "Then do you know how Lingling's father died?"
Ye Lingling suddenly gripped the hem of her skirt, her face turning pale beneath the black veil.
Chu Xinghe noticed her unusual behavior and gently took her cold hand in his: "I only know that Uncle Ye passed away early, but the specific reasons..."
Ye Lingling suddenly stood up, her black veil swaying violently: "Grandma, stop talking..."
"If he wants to marry you, he should know all this!" Ye Qingtang suddenly raised her voice, then leaned back wearily in her chair. "On the day Lingling was born, her father held this pink baby and said to me with a smile, 'Mom, I finally understand Grandpa's choice back then.'"
Chu Xinghe noticed that Ye Lingling's body began to tremble.
"That very night," Ye Qingtang's voice suddenly choked, "he severed his own meridians in the cultivation room... That foolish child, he didn't even leave a single word for his wife."
Ye Lingling's tears fell silently, wetting her veil.
Chu Xinghe immediately stood up and gently pulled her into his arms.
"The day she awakened her martial spirit at the age of six," Ye Qingtang continued, each word as sharp as a knife, "her mother personally placed this veil around her neck, and then..."
The old man suddenly couldn't continue speaking.
"Then my mother lay down where my father died and never woke up again." Ye Lingling continued, her voice eerily calm. "Her last words to me were, 'Live well.'"
Chu Xinghe tenderly wiped away her tears: "Why didn't you tell me this sooner?"
Ye Lingling looked up, her eyes brimming with tears beneath the black veil: "I didn't want you to think I was pitiful, that's why I'm with you."
"Silly girl." Chu Xinghe cupped her face in his hands. "I feel sorry for you, not pity you."
Ye Qingtang coughed heavily: "Now you understand? The heir to the Nine-Heart Begonia is destined to be alone for life. If you marry her..."
"Then break this curse." Chu Xinghe interrupted her decisively. "I will find a way to free Lingling from this torment."
Ye Qingtang sneered: "Arrogant! A destiny that no one has been able to unravel for thousands of years, you think you can solve it?"
"Just based on me." Chu Xinghe looked directly into the old man's eyes. "I have the Tyrannosaurus Beast Martial Soul, I became a Soul Master at twelve, I had Senior Dugu Bo's guidance, and..."
He looked down at the girl in his arms, "His sincere feelings for Lingling."
Ye Lingling suddenly grabbed his collar: "I don't want you to risk your life for me! I just want... just want you to stay by my side."
Chu Xinghe gently stroked her long hair: "This is not an adventure, this is a promise."
The reception room fell silent, with only Ye Lingling's suppressed sobs remaining.
...
The heavy atmosphere in the reception room was suddenly broken by a hoarse laugh.
"Hahaha, in-law, are you trying to scare my grandson-in-law away?" Dugu Bo strode in, his long, emerald-green hair moving without wind, and the pressure of a titled Douluo made the entire room tremble.
Ye Qingtang hurriedly stood up and bowed respectfully: "Your Majesty Bilin has graced us with your presence. I have failed to greet you properly."
Dugu Bo waved his hand casually: "Just call us in-laws!"
He walked straight to Chu Xinghe and patted him hard on the shoulder. "You brat, I heard you're being interrogated here?"
Chu Xinghe bowed respectfully: "Grandpa, what brings you here?"
Dugu Bo glared at him: "What? Can't I come?"
He turned to look at Ye Lingling's red, tear-filled eyes, and his tone suddenly softened, "Lingling, did this boy bully you?"
Ye Lingling hurriedly shook her head: "No, Grandpa Dugu, Xinghe is very good to me."
Ye Qingtang looked at Dugu Bo in shock: "Your Majesty, you don't mind him associating with other women?"
Dugu Bo snorted coldly: "Mind? Of course I mind!"
He suddenly raised his voice, "Chu Xinghe! If you dare to let Yanyan and Lingling suffer even the slightest grievance, I'll let you taste the newly developed Azure Phosphorus Serpent King Poison!"
Chu Xinghe said solemnly, "Your grandson wouldn't dare."
Dugu Bo turned to Ye Qingtang and said, "But my dear in-law, this young man is exceptionally talented, and his future achievements are limitless. As long as he is sincere to every girl, what's wrong with having a few more female confidantes?"
He added meaningfully, "It's still better than some people being so stubborn back then."
Ye Qingtang blushed: "My late husband and I were inseparable for life, and I have never regretted it."
Dugu Bo waved his hand: "Alright, alright, I know you Ye family members are loyal."
He looked at Chu Xinghe, "However, I will personally handle the matter of this kid agreeing to help you hunt for your eighth spirit ring."
Ye Lingling smiled through her tears: "Thank you, Grandpa Dugu."
Dugu Bo rarely showed a kind smile: "Good child."
He suddenly turned stern and yelled at Chu Xinghe, "Aren't you going to thank your grandmother right now?"
Chu Xinghe immediately bowed deeply to Ye Qingtang: "Thank you for your kindness, Grandma Ye."
Ye Qingtang looked at the three people in front of her and finally sighed, "Fine, with Your Majesty Bilin vouching for me, I'll trust you this once."
...
As night fell, the brightly lit hall of the Ye family's residence was filled with delicacies.
Ye Qingtang rarely smiled, and personally picked up a piece of tender soul beast meat for Chu Xinghe: "Eat more, young people work hard in cultivation."
"Thank you, Grandma." Chu Xinghe accepted it respectfully.
Dugu Bo suddenly slammed his hand on the table and burst into laughter: "My dear in-law, do you still remember the medicinal meal you made for me after that great battle with Chrysanthemum Pass ten years ago? It was far more unpalatable than this meal!"
Ye Qingtang shook his head and chuckled: "Your Majesty is joking. Back then, when you fought Chrysanthemum Douluo, you were seriously injured but still managed to hold on until you reached Heaven Dou City. I still remember that perseverance to this day."
"Hmph, that old bastard from Chrysanthemum Pass is only so-so in strength." A cold glint flashed in Dugu Bo's eyes, then he laughed again. "But if it weren't for your Nine Heart Begonia, my dear in-law, I'm afraid I would really be done for."
Chu Xinghe looked at Dugu Bo in surprise: "Grandpa has such a past?"
"You brat, you think being a Title Douluo is just for show?" Dugu Bo stroked his beard smugly, then suddenly lowered his voice, "But your grandma was really fierce back then, she forced this old man to drink that horribly bitter medicine..."
Ye Qingtang coughed lightly: "Your Majesty, the children are still here."
Dugu Bo laughed heartily, raised his cup, and drank it all in one gulp.
During the meal, glasses clinked and the two elders reminisced about the past, creating a particularly harmonious atmosphere.
Ye Lingling quietly tugged at Chu Xinghe's sleeve, her eyes brimming with gratitude beneath the black veil: "Thank you..."
Chu Xinghe gently pinched her soft cheek: "From now on, you have me."
After the banquet ended, the bright moonlight shone throughout the Ye family's backyard.
The swing swayed gently as Ye Lingling nestled against Chu Xinghe's shoulder, her black veil already removed.
"Do you know?" she said softly, "Grandma never mentions her treatment in front of outsiders. Being able to have dinner with you all like this today feels like a dream."
Chu Xinghe put his arm around her shoulder: "Your grandmother is an amazing person."
From the distant hall, Dugu Bo's hearty voice could be faintly heard: "My dear in-law, let this boy bring Yan Yan over for dinner another day!"
Ye Qingtang's gentle reply drifted on the breeze: "You're welcome anytime."
Under the moonlight, the swing swayed gently. Chu Xinghe looked down at Ye Lingling in his arms, a gentle smile appearing on his lips.
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Chapter 118 Preemptively Intercepting the Blue Silver King
The next day, at the Ye family mansion's restaurant.
"Grandma Ye," he said solemnly, looking at Ye Qingtang, "I have a suggestion regarding your eighth spirit ring."
Ye Qingtang elegantly wiped the corner of her mouth: "Speak freely."
"Just as all social creatures naturally form a group leader, the Blue Silver Grass group is no exception. Their king, the Blue Silver King, is a plant-type soul beast with 85,000 years of cultivation."
Chu Xinghe gazed into her eyes, "Not only is its vitality extremely strong, but its characteristics also perfectly match the healing abilities of the Nine Heart Begonia."
Dugu Bo almost spat out the congee he had just taken a sip of: "Blue Silver Grass? Isn't that a useless soul beast?"
"Grandpa," Chu Xinghe explained patiently, "Ordinary Blue Silver Grass is indeed weak, but Blue Silver King is different. It has extremely strong vitality and adaptability, which can make up for the problem of soul power consumption when Nine Heart Begonia is engaged in continuous combat."
Ye Qingtang fell into deep thought: "This suggestion is indeed good, but..."
She looked at Ye Lingling, "Such a precious soul beast, perhaps it should be left to Lingling?"
"There's no need for that," Chu Xinghe said decisively. "I will find a more suitable soul beast for Lingling's future soul rings."
A profound meaning flashed in his eyes, "But we must acquire this Blue Silver King's spirit ring as soon as possible."
Dugu Bo narrowed his eyes: "Kid, you seem to be in a hurry?"
Chu Xinghe remained unfazed: "I'm just worried that things might change if I wait too long. Such a rare soul beast will surely attract many coveters."
Ye Qingtang exchanged a glance with Dugu Bo and slowly nodded: "Alright, as you say."
After breakfast, Chu Xinghe stood in the courtyard, gazing into the distance, lost in thought.
He clearly remembered that the Blue Silver King was the key to Tang San's awakening of the Blue Silver Emperor martial soul in the original work, and he must not let history repeat itself.
...
In front of the Ye residence, Ye Lingling held onto Chu Xinghe's sleeve tightly, refusing to let go.
"Be careful, I'll be waiting for you to come back." Her eyes were slightly red, her voice trembled, and her eyes, hidden behind the black veil, were filled with worry.
Chu Xinghe lowered his head and gently kissed her forehead, his warm breath brushing against her cheek: "I promise you, I will definitely return safely with good news."
Standing to the side, Dugu Bo impatiently stomped his foot: "Are you two ever going to stop? If you keep delaying, it'll be dark soon. By then, all the soul beasts will have returned to their nests, and what will we be looking for then?"
Ye Lingling reluctantly let go of their hands, watching the three figures gradually disappear into the distance until they were completely out of sight before turning back to the academy.
A two-week arduous search began.
Chu Xinghe guided the way using the vague clues from the original work in his memory, constantly correcting his direction along the way.
They traversed swamps, climbed mountains, and passed through forests of spirit beasts.
"Kid, are you sure this is the place?" Dugu Bo frowned and looked around, asking the same question for the fifteenth time. "We've taken so many wrong turns in the past two weeks that we've almost circled the entire Heaven Dou Empire."
Chu Xinghe wiped the sweat from his forehead and said somewhat awkwardly, "According to ancient records and my investigation, the Blue Silver King should reside deep within this ancient forest."
Just then, the ground suddenly trembled violently, and countless blue silver grasses burst forth from the soil, coiling around the ankles of the three like serpents.
These blue silver grasses are several times thicker than ordinary varieties, and their surfaces gleam with an eerie blue light.
"You dare to show off your meager skills before an expert!" Dugu Bo sneered, a cold glint flashing in his eyes.
With a flick of his sleeve, the Azure Phosphorous Serpent King's poisonous mist surged forth. Wherever the emerald green mist passed, the Blue Silver Grass withered and turned to ash instantly, and a pungent odor filled the air.
A glint flashed in Ye Qingtang's eyes, and the Nine Heart Begonia Martial Soul was already in her hand: "Such a strong self-protection mechanism, it seems we've found the right place."
"That's right, this is it." Chu Xinghe clenched his fist, his eyes gleaming with excitement, and a victorious smile spread across his lips.
The three exchanged a glance, then quickened their pace in unison, cautiously heading deeper into the forest.
As they ventured deeper, the surrounding blue silver grass grew increasingly dense, as if silently warning the intruders.
In the heart of the forest, a giant blue vine coils around, its thick tendrils exceeding a foot in diameter and gleaming with a crystalline blue sheen.
A clear human face formed where the vines intertwined, now staring angrily at the three who had intruded into its territory.
"Greedy humans again!" The Blue Silver King's voice was as harsh as snapping wood. "Get out of my territory!"
Dugu Bo's long, emerald-green hair moved without wind, and his nine spirit rings lit up one after another: "A mere 80,000-year-old plant-type spirit beast dares to yell at me? Today is your death day!"
The entire forest suddenly trembled violently, and countless blue silver grasses surged towards the center like a tide.
Chu Xinghe quickly retreated to a safe distance and shouted a warning: "Grandpa, be careful! Its domain can enhance its recovery ability!"
"Hahaha!" The Blue Silver King let out a wild laugh. "In this forest, I am immortal! Foolish humans, you are destined to become my nourishment!"
Dugu Bo snorted coldly, and his third soul ring lit up: "Azure Phosphorus Purple Poison!"
Purple, corrosive venom poured down like a torrential rain, and wisps of blue smoke immediately rose from the surface of the Blue Silver King's vines.
Ye Qingtang immediately activated her Nine Hearts Begonia Martial Soul, its seven spirit rings gleaming with a soft light: "Your Majesty Bilin, I will heal you!"
Pure healing soul power flowed continuously into Dugu Bo's body.
"Useless, humans!" the Blue Silver King roared triumphantly, as the corroded vines regenerated at a visible speed. "As long as this forest exists, my power will never be exhausted!"
A cold glint flashed in Dugu Bo's eyes, and his seventh spirit ring suddenly lit up: "Martial Spirit True Form, Azure Phosphorous Serpent Emperor!"
A giant, emerald-green snake, a hundred meters long, appeared out of nowhere, and a terrifying poisonous mist instantly enveloped the entire forest.
Chu Xinghe, who was nervously observing the battle from a distance, suddenly shouted, "Grandpa, its core is three inches below the human face!"
"You're courting death!" Blue Silver King roared in fury, sending dozens of thick vines piercing towards Chu Xinghe's location like spears.
Dugu Bo's Azure Phosphorous Serpent King form suddenly whipped its tail, severing all the attacking vines: "Old man, your opponent is me!"
The battle has entered a fierce stage.
Dugu Bo's sixth soul skill, "Azure Phosphorous Serpent Emperor's Devour," hit the Blue Silver King's main trunk multiple times, but it withstood the attack with its astonishing vitality.
"Your Majesty Bilin, this can't go on!" Ye Qingtang cried out anxiously, continuously channeling her healing soul power.
Dugu Bo suddenly withdrew the poisonous mist, and his ninth spirit ring shone with a dazzling light: "Then let's settle this with one move! Azure Phosphorescent Divine Light!"
A beam of emerald-green light shot out from the Serpent King's mouth, distorting the space in its path.
The Blue Silver King let out a shrill scream as a large hole was pierced through its trunk, from which blue sap gushed out like a spring.
"Now!" Ye Qingtang seized the opportunity, took up a long sword and flew up, the blade pointing straight at the core of the Blue Silver King.
"No—!" Blue Silver King let out his final wail as Ye Qingtang's sword pierced three inches below his face.
The entire vine convulsed violently, and the surrounding blue silver grass withered instantly.
As the sun sets, a deep black spirit ring slowly rises.
Dugu Bo deactivated his Martial Soul True Form, his face slightly pale: "Finally, I've dealt with this troublesome old thing."
Chu Xinghe quickly stepped forward and asked with concern, "Grandma Ye, are you alright?"
Ye Qingtang shook her head, her gaze fixed intently on the spirit ring: "As expected of an 85,000-year-old spirit ring, its energy fluctuations are so powerful."
Dugu Bo wiped the sweat from his forehead: "My dear in-law, absorb it quickly. I will protect you."
Ye Qingtang sat cross-legged and began to guide the soul rings.
Chu Xinghe and Dugu Bo stood guard on both sides, wary of any possible accidents.
"Your Majesty Bilin, thank you for your help," Ye Qingtang said sincerely before absorbing the soul ring.
Dugu Bo waved his hand: "No need to be so polite among family. It's this kid who's the real problem."
He glanced at Chu Xinghe, "You have a good eye; you managed to find such a suitable soul beast."
Chu Xinghe smiled modestly: "This is what a junior should do."
As the soul ring absorption proceeded, a blue halo began to emanate from Ye Qingtang's body.
Dugu Bo nodded in satisfaction: "It seems the integration went very smoothly."
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Chapter 119 Blue Silver Holy Healing Barrier
The next day, early morning.
Ye Qingtang slowly opened her eyes, and the fluctuations of her soul power suddenly increased.
She let out a soft sigh, her level 82 soul power flowing through her meridians, and the black soul ring floating behind her emitted a profound light.
"Congratulations on your breakthrough, in-law." Dugu Bo clasped his hands in congratulations, then suddenly his gaze sharpened, staring at a certain spot on the ground. "This is..."
A right arm bone, glowing with a blue aura, lay quietly on the ground, its crystal-clear surface brimming with a rich life force.
Dugu Bo rarely showed a look of surprise: "An 85,000-year-old soul bone! I have been a master of the soul master world for decades, and I have only ever obtained one soul bone."
Ye Qingtang picked up the soul bone and walked straight to Chu Xinghe: "Xinghe, you should accept this soul bone. If it weren't for your guidance, I wouldn't have been able to obtain a soul ring that is so compatible with the Nine Heart Begonia."
Chu Xinghe took a step back and shook his head firmly: "Grandma Ye, this soul bone should be left to Lingling. If the Nine Heart Begonia Martial Soul can be fused with the life attribute of the Blue Silver King, the healing effect will definitely be even better."
Dugu Bo frowned and said, "Boy, do you know the value of an 80,000-year-old soul bone? Even the Heaven Dou royal family would go crazy for it. Are you really not interested?"
"Grandpa," Chu Xinghe's gaze was intense, "It is precisely because you know its value that you must give it to Lingling. As for me…"
He straightened his back, his eyes gleaming with ambition. "I want to collect all six 100,000-year-old soul bones."
"Arrogant!" Dugu Bo was taken aback at first, then burst into laughter, slapping Chu Xinghe's shoulder hard, causing him to stumble. "Good! Good spirit! I admire your arrogance! In the entire Soul Master world, you are the only young man who dares to say such a thing!"
Ye Qingtang nodded with satisfaction, carefully putting the soul bone into her bosom: "In that case, I will thank you on behalf of Lingling. However..."
She looked at Chu Xinghe meaningfully, "A soul bone that lasts for 100,000 years is extremely rare. Are you really sure about this?"
"Don't worry, Grandma Ye." Chu Xinghe's lips curled slightly. "I have my own plans. Besides..."
He blinked. "Isn't Grandpa there to help?"
Dugu Bo laughed and scolded, "Good lad, so you were waiting for this old man here!" He stroked his beard, "But speaking of which, a 100,000-year-old soul beast is no joke, with your current cultivation level..."
"So I need to become stronger," Chu Xinghe interrupted, his tone more serious than ever before, "strong enough to be worthy of Lingling, worthy of Yanyan, and worthy of every promise I've made."
As dawn broke, the three set off back to Tiandou City.
...
The three, weary from their journey, returned to the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy and arrived at Ye Lingling's dormitory.
At this moment, Ye Qingtang held an exquisite white jade box in her hands, inside which lay the right arm soul bone, radiating a blue light.
Ye Qingtang raised his hand and gently knocked on the door. When the door opened, Ye Lingling's surprised face was revealed.
Her eyes, hidden beneath the black veil, lit up instantly when she saw the three of them: "Grandma? What brings you here?"
"Lingling." Ye Qingtang solemnly handed over the jade box. "This is for you."
Ye Lingling took the jade box with a puzzled look. The moment she lifted the lid, her hands trembled involuntarily.
The life force emanating from the Blue Silver King Soul Bone resonated strongly with the Nine Heart Begonia Martial Soul within her body.
"This is... for me?" She looked up in disbelief, her gaze shifting between the three faces.
Chu Xinghe took a step forward, his eyes full of tenderness: "This is the most suitable gift for you."
Ye Lingling gently stroked the surface of the soul bone, feeling the surging life energy within it.
She looked up at Chu Xinghe, her eyes glistening with tears beneath the black veil: "But such a precious soul bone..."
"Take it," Dugu Bo interrupted her, a rare kind smile appearing on his face. "This kid absolutely refuses to take it and insists on leaving it for you."
Ye Lingling tightened her grip on the jade box, her gaze fixed firmly on Chu Xinghe.
She didn't need to say anything; the emotion and affection in her eyes spoke volumes.
Chu Xinghe smiled in response and nodded slightly.
Looking at her granddaughter's expression, Ye Qingtang felt a surge of relief.
She reached out and gently stroked Ye Lingling's head: "Absorb it well, don't let Xinghe's kindness go to waste."
...
Inside the simulated training area, Ye Lingling sat cross-legged, with the Blue Silver King Soul Bone floating in front of her, emitting a soft blue light.
With Dugu Bo and Ye Qingtang protecting her on either side, she began to guide her soul power to resonate with her soul bone.
Chu Xinghe stood quietly to the side, his gaze never leaving her.
As time passed, the soul bone gradually turned into blue light spots, flowing slowly into Ye Lingling's right arm like a galaxy.
This process lasted for a full day and night, during which Chu Xinghe stayed by his side the whole time, never leaving his side for even a moment.
As the last bit of blue light entered the body, a sudden change occurred.
Ye Lingling suddenly radiated a dazzling blue-gold light, illuminating the entire simulated training area.
In the light, her long hair moved without wind, and the Nine Heart Begonia Martial Soul appeared automatically, with faint blue and silver patterns emerging on the petals.
As the light faded, Ye Lingling slowly opened her eyes.
With a slight thought, she waved her right arm, and a blue-gold barrier with a diameter of fifty meters instantly unfolded.
Within the barrier, countless blue silver grasses sprouted from the ground, dancing gracefully in the air and forming a natural barrier.
Even more astonishing is the significant enhancement of healing effects within the barrier's range; even the most basic healing spells are now more potent than ever before.
"Blue Silver Holy Healing Barrier." Ye Lingling softly uttered the name of this soul skill, her voice filled with undisguised surprise, "It increases all healing effects by fifty percent, and can generate Blue Silver Grass within the barrier to interfere with enemies."
Chu Xinghe was the first to step forward, his eyes full of admiration: "It's perfect! This soul skill is simply tailor-made for the Nine Heart Begonia."
Ye Qingtang nodded with satisfaction and gently stroked her granddaughter's cheek: "Lingling, you did a great job."
Dugu Bo stroked his beard, a rare smile of satisfaction on his face: "Not bad, not bad, this trip was worthwhile."
...
On the training field, all members of the Royal Fighting Team stood in neat formation.
Ye Lingling stood in the center of the field, and with a light wave of her right arm, the blue-gold Blue Silver Holy Healing Barrier instantly unfolded, and blue light flowed within a radius of fifty meters.
"Start the test." Qin Ming held the recording tablet, his expression focused.
Ye Lingling released healing soul skills both inside and outside the barrier.
The healing light within the barrier was noticeably stronger, and the injured test spirit beasts recovered at a visible speed.
"The data matches." Qin Ming quickly made a note of it. "The treatment effect within the barrier has increased by fifty percent."
Yu Feng volunteered to test the interference effect.
As soon as he stepped into the barrier's range, dozens of blue silver grasses sprouted from the ground and nimbly wrapped around his legs.
"Damn it!" he exclaimed. "These vines are more troublesome than I imagined!"
Inside the team's meeting room, a huge oak table was covered with hand-drawn parchment drawings.
Qin Ming pointed to the central area: "Based on the test results, I suggest that the barrier be used as the core defense zone."
Chu Xinghe stood up and walked to the blueprints: "I'd like to add something. The barrier's range is limited, so we should adopt a rotation tactic."
He traced the blueprint with his finger, saying, "When key players are injured, they should be quickly rotated into the barrier to receive treatment."
Ning Rongrong excitedly raised her hand: "My Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda's amplification effect is also enhanced inside the barrier! If combined with Sister Lingling's healing..."
"That would create a double benefit," Yu Tianheng continued, his eyes gleaming with the brilliance of a tactician. "But we must be careful about the consumption of soul power."
Dugu Yan pondered, "Will my Azure Phosphorus Serpent Venom affect the Blue Silver Grass within the barrier?"
"We can test compatibility," Graphite suggested. "The performance of soul skills with different attributes within the barrier needs to be verified."
Shi Mo added: "Defense-type Soul Masters should prioritize familiarizing themselves with the positions within the barrier."
The discussion continued late into the night, with everyone searching for the best way to utilize this new capability.
Qin Ming concluded, "Starting tomorrow, we will conduct specialized training for the new tactics."
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Chapter 120 Netherworld Shadow Clone
A year later, five figures gathered in front of the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy.
At this time, Zhu Zhuqing's soul power had reached level 40, and Dugu Yan's soul power had reached level 50. Both of them needed to acquire new soul rings.
Chu Xinghe's soul power reached level 48, while Ye Lingling's soul power was level 46.
"Zhu Qing, how are you adjusting your condition?" Chu Xinghe asked with concern.
Zhu Zhuqing flexed her wrists, a hint of fighting spirit flashing across her cold and beautiful face: "We can set off at any time."
Dugu Yan walked over, her emerald green snake eyes gleaming with excitement: "Little kitty, don't get scared and cry later."
"Sister Yanyan," Ye Lingling gently reminded her, "Zhuqing's progress this year is obvious to all."
Dugu Bo stood with his hands behind his back, his sharp gaze sweeping over everyone: "Hunting for Soul Rings is no small matter. Are you all fully prepared?"
"Grandpa, don't worry." Dugu Yan confidently raised her chin, a hint of pride flashing in her eyes. "This time, I'm determined to obtain a soul ring with an age of over 15,000 years, so that some arrogant people will know what true strength is."
Chu Xinghe carefully inspected the equipment and calmly added, "Depending on our individual needs, Zhu Zhuqing needs a five-thousand-year-old agility-type soul beast, while Sister Yanyan's target should ideally be a dragon or poison-type soul beast over ten thousand years old. This will maximize the advantages of our martial souls."
Dugu Bo nodded slightly, his sleeves fluttering even without wind: "Now that we all know our goal, let's set off. Remember, Sunset Forest is fraught with danger, so don't be reckless."
The five of them quickly headed towards Sunset Forest.
Along the way, Dugu Yan suddenly approached Chu Xinghe and said, "Hey, when we encounter my soul beast later, don't be the one to rush in and attack."
Chu Xinghe raised an eyebrow: "What, afraid I'll steal your prey?"
"Hmph." Dugu Yan tossed her long hair. "I was afraid you'd be knocked unconscious by the pressure of a ten-thousand-year-old soul beast."
At noon, a deafening tiger roar suddenly echoed from the depths of the forest.
"roar--"
With a deep roar, a ghost tiger nearly three meters long suddenly leaped out of the bushes, its white fangs gleaming coldly. The pressure of its seven thousand years of cultivation swept over, causing the surrounding leaves to fall in a rustling sound.
Chu Xinghe's gaze sharpened, and he gestured for everyone to step back: "Let me handle this."
Ye Lingling slightly tightened her grip on her sleeve, a hint of worry flashing in her eyes beneath the black veil: "Be careful, Ghost Tiger is extremely fast, don't be careless."
Zhu Zhuqing slightly curled her fingers, with sharp cat claws faintly visible at her fingertips. She lowered her body slightly, ready to strike at any moment: "Just let me know if you need any help."
Chu Xinghe turned his head and grinned at her, his eyes blazing with fighting spirit: "Don't worry, I alone am enough to handle a mere seven-thousand-year-old Ghost Tiger."
His martial spirit instantly possessed him, with fine dragon scales covering his entire body, and four spirit rings—two yellow, one purple, and one black—shining beneath his feet.
Before Ghost Tiger's claws could even touch the hem of his clothes, he was sent flying several feet away by a Crimson Flame Dragon Claw.
"Xinghe, don't go overboard." Ye Lingling couldn't help but remind Chu Xinghe, seeing how at ease he was.
"Don't worry, I know what I'm doing," Chu Xinghe said as he easily dodged the Ghost Tiger's attack.
Dugu Yan stood to the side with her arms crossed, saying, "Trying to look cool again."
After several rounds of probing, Chu Xinghe forced the heavily injured Ghost Tiger in front of Zhu Zhuqing: "Zhuqing, I'm leaving it to you."
A cold glint flashed in Zhu Zhuqing's eyes, and the Netherworld Cat Martial Soul instantly possessed her, her figure transforming into a black shadow that flashed by.
Her sharp cat claws precisely sliced across the Ghost Tiger's throat, and a black spirit ring slowly rose.
She sat cross-legged and began absorbing the spirit rings.
Dugu Bo stood guard to the side: "Yanyan, your soul beast is deeper inside. Be prepared."
Dugu Yan excitedly wiggled her fingers: "It's finally my turn."
Chu Xinghe walked to Ye Lingling's side: "Are you tired?"
Ye Lingling shook her head, took out a handkerchief from her sleeve and handed it to him: "Wipe your sweat."
In a clearing in the woods, Zhu Zhuqing sat cross-legged, a black soul ring slowly rotating around her.
As the last trace of soul power subsided, she suddenly opened her eyes, a glint of light flashing in her deep pupils, and the soul power fluctuations around her reached the peak of level 41.
"Did you succeed?" Chu Xinghe was the first to step forward, his eyes filled with anticipation.
Zhu Zhuqing stood up, stretched her wrists, and a hint of excitement appeared on her cold and beautiful face: "Let's try out the new soul skill."
Her figure swayed, and ripples suddenly appeared in the air, revealing three identical figures in an instant.
The three Zhu Zhuqings stood in a triangle, simultaneously adopting an attack stance, their sharp cat claws gleaming coldly in the sunlight.
"This is..." Chu Xinghe's eyes lit up as he keenly sensed the soul power fluctuations emanating from each clone. Physical clones? Not illusions created by speed?
"This is my fourth soul skill, Netherworld Shadow Clone." Zhu Zhuqing's voice came from three directions simultaneously, with a slight echo effect.
Three figures launched their attacks simultaneously, their sharp cat claws drawing perfect arcs in the air, while fallen leaves on the ground were swept up by the strong wind.
Chu Xinghe immediately entered battle mode, his Tyrannosaurus Beast Martial Soul instantly activating: "I'll test their strength!"
The two clones, working in tandem with the main body, launched Netherworld Thrust from different angles. Although their power was slightly less, their coordination was flawless.
Even more surprisingly, one of the clones suddenly unleashed its second soul skill, Netherworld Hundred Claws. Although its power was only about 70% of the original's, it was still quite threatening.
"Interesting!" Chu Xinghe nimbly dodged the attacks, sparks flying as the dragon claws and cat claws collided. "These clones can not only use soul skills, but they also have a strong combat awareness."
Dugu Bo stood to the side, his hands behind his back, a rare look of satisfaction on his face: "A good clone technique. Each clone has practical value in combat, not just a simple illusion."
He nodded slightly. "For agility-based Soul Masters, this is a rare and top-tier Soul Skill."
Zhu Zhuqing withdrew her soul skill, and the three figures merged back into one.
Fine beads of sweat appeared on her forehead, and her breathing was slightly rapid, but her eyes were full of joy: "The clone can only be maintained for a maximum of thirty seconds. In my current soul power state, I can create a maximum of three clones."
"That's already amazing." Ye Lingling handed over a silk handkerchief embroidered with begonia flowers. "With your speed advantage, this soul skill will have unexpected effects in actual combat."
Dugu Yan walked over with her arms crossed, a hint of admiration flashing in her emerald green snake eyes: "The little kitten has finally made some progress, but..."
She suddenly revealed a provocative smile, "Want to spar with your sister and try out your new soul skill?"
A fighting spirit ignited in Zhu Zhuqing's eyes: "I couldn't ask for more."
Chu Xinghe quickly stepped between the two: "Wait, let's spar back there."
He stroked his chin thoughtfully. "I was thinking, would the effect be even better if it could be used in conjunction with Lingling's Blue Silver Holy Healing Barrier?"
Dugu Bo snorted coldly, interrupting his thoughts: "Stop discussing, it's getting late, we should go find Yan Yan's soul beast."
Chu Xinghe nodded and turned to Zhu Zhuqing: "How much does this soul skill consume?"
"Each use consumes about 30% of my soul power." Zhu Zhuqing wiped the sweat from her forehead. "But the clone's combat power is worth the cost."
"Thirty seconds is enough to change the course of the battle." Chu Xinghe's eyes gleamed with the brilliance of a tactician. "When we get back, we can study how to integrate this soul skill into our teamwork."
Dugu Yan stamped her foot impatiently: "Are you guys ever going to stop? I still haven't found my soul ring!"
Ye Lingling chuckled and shook her head: "Sister Yanyan is still so impatient."
Dugu Bo waved his sleeve and said, "Let's go, it'll be dark soon if we delay any longer."
He glanced at Zhu Zhuqing and said, "Girl, you'll be in charge of guarding the area later. It'll be a good opportunity for you to get used to the combat feel of your new soul skill."
Zhu Zhuqing nodded solemnly and put away her martial spirit possession.
After everyone had packed up, they set off deeper into the Sunset Forest.
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